> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.benchcanvas.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Import from a PDF

> Turn each page of a PDF into a linear flow on the canvas. Ideal for brand decks, research decks, and page-by-page walkthroughs.

<Note>
  PDF import is rolling out gradually. If you do not see **Import from PDF** in Start new flow, it may not be enabled on your account yet.
</Note>

Have a multi-page PDF such as a brand audit, research deck, or competitor walkthrough? Upload it and BenchCanvas turns each page into a screen on the canvas. Optionally connect the pages in order, or leave them as a row of screens only.

## What you need

* A PDF file that is **not password-protected**
* Maximum size of **30 MB**
* Maximum of **50 pages**

<Tip>
  Unlock password-protected PDFs in another tool before uploading. Damaged or invalid files are rejected with a clear error in the import dialog.
</Tip>

## Import a PDF on the canvas

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Start new flow">
    On an existing project canvas, open **Start new flow** and choose **Import from PDF**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload your PDF">
    Drop a file or click to choose one within the size and page limits.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose connectors">
    Leave **Connect pages with lines** on for a linear journey. Turn it off when you want screens only, for example brand or research decks.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Import">
    BenchCanvas rasterizes each page, names screens with AI from page content, and places them in a frame named after the PDF file.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Refine on the canvas">
    Reorder, reconnect, and annotate the screens like any other flow.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## How naming works

* The **frame** label comes from the PDF file name (without the `.pdf` extension).
* Each **screen** title is generated from what is visible on that page, using the rest of the deck as context when possible.
* If naming fails, pages still import with fallback titles such as Page 1, Page 2.

## Credits

PDF import costs **100 credits**, the same as video import. Your balance and the cost appear on the Import PDF button when credits are enabled. See [Credits](/credits/overview).

## Related

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Add screens manually" icon="image" href="/capture/add-screens">
    Upload or paste individual screenshots instead of a full PDF.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Import from a video" icon="video" href="/capture/video-to-flow">
    Turn a screen recording into a flow. Great for flows behind a login.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>